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The 8 Best Hotels and Apartments Nearest to the Montreux Train Station

The best hotels and apartments within 350 meters (5 minutes’ walk) of the train station in Montreux, Switzerland.

Contents:

  • Best hotels near Montreux train station
  • Best apartments / Airbnb-type accommodations near Montreux train station
  • FAQs 
    • Where is Montreux?
    • Which train station do you use for Montreux?
    • How far is Montreux from Geneva?
    • How do you get from Montreux to Lausanne by boat?
    • How do you get from Montreux to Geneva by boat?
    • How long is Montreux to Geneva by train?
    • How long is Montreux to Lausanne by train?
    • How do you get from Montreux to Zurich by train?
    • What is the name of that castle near Montreux?
    • Are there vineyards near Montreux, Switzerland?
    • Is there a hostel in Montreux?
    • How do you get a Montreux Riviera Card?
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There are three hotels and five apartments with great ratings and reviews within 350 meters, or around 5 minutes’ walk, of the Montreux train station. Our pick for the best hotel is described in more detail below. All three hotels are summarized in the table, followed by short descriptions of the five best apartments within short walking distance of Montreux railway station. All the hotels and apartments shortlisted below have a rating of at least 8/10 at Booking.com and at least 4/5 in TripAdvisor and Google Reviews.

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Best hotels near Montreux train station

Top Pick:
Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic

This 4-star hotel is right across the Montreux train station and offers a variety of double rooms. There are no connecting rooms. There is a fitness center and sauna on site. Guests can request to be provided an iron and ironing board free of charge. Children are welcome. Guests may bring pets upon request; charges may apply. Depending on the season and occasion, a one-night stay at this hotel starts at 188 – 379 CHF.

  • 30 meters from the Montreux train station
  • 8.6 / 10 at Booking.com, 4 / 5 at TripAdvisor, 4.5 / 5 at Google Reviews

All highly rated hotels within 350 meters of Montreux train station

Hotel Name Rating Distance Starts at
Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic
8.6 / 10
30 m
188 CHF
Eurotel Montreux
8.1 / 10
230 m
123 CHF
La Rouvenaz
8.3 / 10
300 m
96 CHF

Best apartments / Airbnb-type accommodations near Montreux train station

Montreux Apartment on the Lake (8.8 / 10) – 120 meters from the Montreux train station

  • This 2-bedroom apartment (115 m²) on 71 Grand’ Rue accommodates up to 5 adults and starts at 233 CHF.

Montreux LUX (9.4 / 10) – 170 meters from the Montreux train station

  • These are 1- and 3-bedroom apartments on 54 Grand’ Rue that accommodate up to 4 and 8 adults, respectively, and start at 512 CHF.

Apartment Montreux Center (9.6 / 10) – 350 meters from the Montreux train station

  • This 1-bedroom apartment (45 m²) on 12 Rue du Centre accommodates up to 2 adults and starts at 143 CHF.

The Studios Montreux (8.2 / 10) – 350 meters from the Montreux train station

  • These are 1-bedroom apartments on 2 Rue du Cygne that can accommodate up to 4 adults each and start at 230 CHF.

Montreux Grand Rue (9 / 10) – 350 meters from the Montreux train station

  • These are 2- and 3- bedroom apartments on 32 Grand’ Rue that can accommodate up to 6 and 8 adults, respectively, and start at 557 CHF.
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FAQs

Where is Montreux?

Montreux is a town in Switzerland that is located along the shores of Lake Geneva (Lac Leman). You can think of Lake Geneva as a crescent that looks a bit like a frown — on one end, in the southwest, you have Geneva, and on the northeast end, you have Montreux.

Which train station do you use for Montreux?

When you’re booking your train in Switzerland, type Montreux in the box and select the train station that simply says “Montreux” with no otherwords after it.

How far is Montreux from Geneva?

There are two routes you can take between Montreux and Geneva. The shorter way, over 75 km, is through the southern part of Lake Geneva, which will take you through towns that belong to France. Travelling through the northern shores of Lake Geneva, all in the territory of Switzerland, the distance will be over 81 km.

How do you get from Montreux to Lausanne by boat?

CGN runs regular boat trips between Lausanne and Montreux. You can get the latest timetables and book tickets here

How do you get from Montreux to Geneva by boat?

Outside of special tourist cruises, there are no regular boats between Montreux and Geneva. Travelling by CGN boat, you can first take a boat from Montreux to Lausanne (1 hour and 25 minutes), and then board another boat from Lausanne to Geneva (4 hours and 30 minutes).

How long is Montreux to Geneva by train?

There are frequent direct trains between Montreux and Geneva. The ones that only have two stops in between (Vevey and Lausanne) take just 1 hour and 2 minutes, while those that also stop at Morges and Nyon take 1 hour and 13-14 minutes.

How long is Montreux to Lausanne by train?

The train journey between Montreux and Lausanne only takes between 21 to 30 minutes (depending on which train you take).

How do you get from Montreux to Zurich by train?

The easiest way to get from Montreux to Zurich is to take the train from Montreux to Lausanne, and then transfer to a train from Lausanne to Zurich. The entire journey takes over 2.5 hours.

What is the name of that castle near Montreux?

The famous castle near Montreux is the Château de Chillon. Tickets for entry to the castle can be bought online and currently cost 13.50 CHF for adults and 7 CHF for children. 

Are there vineyards near Montreux, Switzerland?

Yes! The Lavaux Vineyards are a UNESCO World Heritage site and stretch from Lausanne-Ouchy to the Chateau de Chillon. The Chexbres, Saint-Saphorin, and Rivaz sections are generally known to be the most picturesque.

Is there a hostel in Montreux?

Yes — the Montreux Youth Hostel (Auberge de Jeunesse Montreux) is only 50 meters from the lake and 2 km from the train station. In addition to dormitory rooms, they have single, twin, and quadruple rooms, as well as a room that can sleep up to 6 people.

How do you get a Montreux Riviera Card?

The Montreux Rivera Card is free and will be given to you by your hotel, hostel, B&B, or holiday home.

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Note: Accommodations are shortlisted based on their review scores on Booking.com and TripAdvisor, as well as their distance from the train station as determined through Google Maps. We are not connected in any way with any of the properties listed, and the best accommodations are selected based on a combination of reviews, rankings, nearness to the train station, and best value for money. Affiliate links are used in this article; when you book, we may earn a small commission from the booking platform, but the price stays the same for you.